How do you get a 7 year old to stop sucking her thumb? Lile is there anny thing i can put on it?

Question

How do you get a 7 year old to stop sucking her thumb? Lile is there anny thing i can put on it?

Answer 1

I don't know why most everyone is telling you to put something on it!!! Number one, your child is seven... What do you think your child will do when he/she sees you put something on his/her thumb? Wash it off right?

Well... your child will grow out of it. Just remind your child when you see him/her put their thumb in the mouth to take it out. It's going to be a battle just keep doing so. Explain the dental problems he or she will have if it continues. My son gave it up totally in 2 months using my method. I also wanted to put something on his thumb, But...Hello, he can walk away and wash it off. Good luck!!

Answer 2

a 7year old isnt that stupid she will know you put something there

Answer 3

try perfurme

Answer 4

put hot sauce on it

Answer 5

Caster oil will definitely do the job.

Answer 6

tell her a little white lie. Maybe that her thumb will come off if she keeps sucking it. Or just something silly that little kids tend to fall for.

Answer 7

i sucked my thumb untill i was like 8. i just grew out of it. it was like a comfort thing. so i would say if she/he still does it by age 9 i would consult the doctor for more info or suggestions.

Answer 8

hot sauce or soap might help.